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Deception is sometimes necessary in leadership from "summary" of Poder & Manipulação: Como entender o mundo em vinte lições extraídas de "O Príncipe", de Maquiavel by Jacob Petry
Deception, while generally frowned upon in society, can sometimes be a necessary tool for leaders to achieve their goals. In the world of politics and power dynamics, leaders often find themselves in situations where they must resort to deception in order to maintain control and influence over others. This is not to say that deception should be used indiscriminately or without careful consideration, but rather that it can be a strategic tool in the arsenal of a leader. In his book "Poder & Manipulação: Como entender o mundo em vinte lições extraídas de 'O Príncipe', de Maquiavel", Jacob Petry explores the lessons derived from Machiavelli's "The Prince" and how they can be applied to modern leadership. Machiavelli himself famously stated that it is better for a leader to be feared than loved, as fear is a more reliable motivator for obedience. This willingness to embrace the darker aspects of human nature, including decep...
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